Question

Which of the following is not one of the reasons for frequent flooding in Assam?

• A. Huge deposits of silt on the Brahmaputra riverbed
• B. The Brahmaputra river brings large water and sediment volume
• C. Unplanned construction of embankments disrupts river flow
• D. The unstable nature of the Ghaggar river

Answer 1

The correct option is D The unstable nature of the Ghaggar river

The Brahmaputra river causes devastating floods in Assam and Bangladesh as well during the rainy season. When the Brahmaputra river enters India, it passes through the region of high rainfall. Hence, it carries a large volume of water and a considerable amount of silt here. The embankments are filled with sediment, reducing the water-carrying capacity of the river resulting in floods.